Mets not getting inquires on Johan Santana

By Michael Baron | Dec 5, 2012 | 9:01AM

Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe says that, while the Mets are willing to pay a portion of Johan Santana's salary, they have not received any trade inquires on him yet.

Santana will earn $25.5 million in 2013. He has a $25 million club option in 2014, with the team holding a $5.5 buyout.

That's no surprise. Santana hasn't pitched a full season since 2010, and he is owed a huge amount of money over the next year. The Mets will pay Santana $31 million in 2013 - it's highly unlikely they pick up his 2014 option. But that doesn't mean the Mets won't try to sign Santana next winter. A lot will depend on where they are with their rotation and what Santana wants to do at the conclusion of this contract.

Sandy Alderson wants to add an innings-eater

By Matthew Cerrone | 4:15PM

In early-September, Mets GM Sandy Alderson told reporters he will look to add a starting pitcher to his rotation for next season...

"I think if we were able to find a Bartolo Colon type, who fits in the three-four spot and semi-guarantees 180-200 innings, that would probably be something that would stabilize our rotation," he explained. "So, I think it's something we'd look at, yes."

However, in a recent article for FanRag, MLB reporter Jon Heyman seems to suggest that the Mets intend to hit 2018 with a combination of only in-house options...

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Noah Syndergaard tentatively set to pitch Saturday or Sunday

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Mets RHP Noah Syndergaard, who will throw a bullpen session on Wednesday, is tentatively set to pitch 1.0 inning on either Saturday or Sunday against the Phillies in Philadelphia, Terry Collins said on Tuesday.

The team said over the weekend that they would like to get Syndergaard in to one more game before the season ended.

Syndergaard sarted and pitched a scoreless inning against the Nationals this past Saturday night in what was his first major league appearance since April 30. He had been out due to a torn lat.

Report: Matt Harvey will be back with Mets in 2018

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Harvey is eligible for salary arbitration this offseason for a final time, and is eligible for free agency after the 2018 season. He will likely earn close to $6 million next year if offered arbitration.

"At this moment, I favor the idea of him being back," Mets GM Sandy Alderson said about Harvey last Friday.

Smith looking forward to 2018, says Rosario is best friend on Mets

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Mets 1B Dominic Smith said he is looking forward to coming back stronger and more consistent in 2018 and that it's been "a blast" playing alongside SS Amed Rosario, who he said is his best friend on the team.

Smith, speaking during a Q&A with fans from the Mets' Twitter account, also answered lots of off-beat questions.

He wouldn't weigh in on the "feud" between Noah Syndergaard and Mr. Met -- instead pleading the fifth -- but said Jacob deGromhad the best hair on the team -- beating out Syndergaard and Robert Gsellman.

Though an official announcement has yet to be made, team officials have already started making a list of potential replacements, all of whom have ties to the organization.

According to Puma's sources, former Mets players Robin Ventura and Alex Cora, current hitting coach Kevin Long and former coaches Bob Geren and Chip Hale are all among the list of people being considered for the position.

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Matt Harvey risked it all for Mets, who should stay in his corner

Danny Abriano, SNY.tv | Twitter | On July 26, 2012 in Arizona, Matt Harvey made his presence felt, striking out 11 Diamondbacks in 5 1/3 scoreless innings while allowing three hits and walking three in his Mets debut.

Harvey, who many scouts projected to be a No. 2 or No. 3 starter, took it up a notch after arriving from Triple-A Buffalo, featuring wipeout sliders that reached the low-90s, fastballs that sat between 95 and 97 MPH and at times ticked higher, a plus changeup, and a plus curve.

With the Mets In the midst of their fourth-straight losing season, Harvey was not only a legitimate ace, but the first real glimmer of hope for the team as Sandy Alderson's rebuild took shape...

ICYMI: Collins has earned a respectful goodbye from MLB, Mets

Lately, Mets manager Terry Collins has acted so mellow, so indifferent to the losing and injuries, that it seems to me that he's accepted he will not be back next season. And, interstingly, he also seems OK with it.

According to multiple reports, Collins has told people he's unsure if he'll return to managing after this season. There have not been any reports indicating Collins and the Mets have discussed a contract extension.

Basically, it's time. His job here is done.

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Gary, Keith, and Ron's time lapse between games of Monday's doubleheader

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Wonder what the guys in the broadcast booth did during the intermission in Monday's Mets doubleheader? Wonder no longer.

A time lapse of SNY's Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez, and Ron Darling in the booth on Monday night between games of the Mets' doubleheader against the Braves.

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Mets news, standings, links and schedule for Tuesday, Sept. 26

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Terry Collins, Seth Lugo and Travis d'Arnaud discuss the Mets' 3-2 win over the Braves that allowed them to split their home doubleheader.

The Mets split the opening two games of a four-game series against the Braves on Monday. The loss was their 90th of the season, marking the first time they've lost as many games since 2009.

With five games remaining (against the Braves and the Phillies) this season, the Mets are expected to finish in the fourth place in the NL East...

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D'Arnaud, Lugo lead Mets to 3-2 win and doubleheader split with Braves

Travis d'Arnaud homered, doubled and drove in two runs as the Mets earned a doubleheader split with a 3-2 win against the Braves on Monday night at Citi Field.

By Michael Avallone | Sep 25 | 10:35PM

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Gary Cohen, Ron Darling and Keith Hernandez break down the Mets' doubleheader split with the Braves on Monday.

Things you should know about tonight's game...

1) Seth Lugo tossed six scoreless innings to win for only the second time in nine starts. The right-hander allowed two hits, didn't walk a batter and struck out seven. He retired the last 12 batters he faced.

2) Travis d'Arnaud homered and hit an RBI double while Brandon Nimmo went 3-for-4 with two doubles and a run scored. Mark Reynolds chipped in with two hits and Asdrubal Cabrera drove in New York's other run with a groundout.

3) Jerry Blevins and Chasen Bradford pitched two scoreless innings and Jeurys Familia picked up his fifth save despite allowing two runs, two hits while also committing an error in the ninth.

By Michael Avallone | Sep 25 | 7:20PM

Things you should know about today's game...

1) Chris Flexen allowed four runs over five-plus innings in his first start since Sept. 3. The 23-year-old surrendered three hits, three walks and struck out four. Flexen allowed a single and two walks to start the sixth and was relieved by Josh Smoker, who allowed all three runners to score.

2) Juan Lagares went 3-for-3 and Tomas Nido drove in both Mets runs with a double in the seventh, his first Major League extra-base hit.

3) Erik Goeddel, Kevin McGowan and Jacob Rhame allowed six runs, six hits and three walks in three innings of relief.

Mets to assist Gov. Cuomo in hurricane relief drive for Puerto Rico

By Matthew Cerrone | Sep 25 | 11:00AM

Tomas Nido will send generators to his family to alleviate power outage issues caused by Hurricane Maria. (AP)

The Mets are partnering with NY State Governor Andrew M. Cuomo on the Empire State Relief & Recovery Effort for Puerto Rico.

Mets fans attending the September 25, 26 and 27 games this week at Citi Field can drop off donations between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at collection points outside the Jackie Robinson Rotunda, Left Field Gate, and Bullpen Gate.

The Mets play on the road Thursday and Friday, September 28-29, however fans can still drop off donations at Citi Field between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. both days...

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Jacob deGrom reached his goal of 200 innings pitched

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Terry Collins breaks down Jacob deGrom's solid outing against the Nationals and what his contributions have meant to the Mets this year.

Mets pitcher Jacob deGrom surpassed 200 innings pitched for the season during Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Nationals at Citi Field.

DeGrom was charged with two earned runs and lasted six innings Sunday, giving him a total of 201.1 innings pitched for the year. Also Sunday, by striking out 11 batters, deGrom became just the fifth Mets pitcher to have 11 double-digit strikeout games in a single season.

"It's definitely big for me," deGrom said of reaching the 200-inning milestone. "We've got plans to hopefully go to the World Series next year, and that's something I wanted to get to, to know what it's like to pitch that many innings in a year."

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In this week's Meet the MetsCast, MetsBlog's Matthew Cerrone, comedian Steve Hofstetter, and SiriusXM's Rob Brender hash out what a contract extension should look like for Jacob deGrom, what former Mets player they hope wins a World Series, give an emotional pep talk to Matt Harvey, and remind themselves that Nori Aoki is on the Mets...

Dickey, Vargas among free agent pitchers who could interest Mets

The Mets will be going into the offseason with a lot of question marks, but one thing is clear: they need more starting pitching. Sandy Alderson has said in interviews that he will be looking for someone who can be counted on for a lot of innings, which probably means they would be steering clear of high-ceiling starters with injury issues, such as Michael Pineda and Lance Lynn.

The sticker prices on Yu Darvish and Jake Arrieta will probably deter the Mets, so who are some mid-level starters they should have their eye on?

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DeGrom's 11 Ks not enough as Mets lose to Nationals 3-2

Sep 24 | 5:58PM

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Gary Cohen and Keith Hernandez break down the Mets' 3-2 loss to the Washington Nationals.

Despite striking out 11 batters in six innings, Jacob deGrom and the Mets lost to Max Scherzer and the Washington Nationals 3-2 on Sunday at Citi Field. >> Box score

DeGrom (15-10) allowed three runs (two earned) and five hits in six innings, as he surpassed the 200-inning mark in a season for the first time in his career.

He gave up a two-run home run to Trea Turner in the third inning, then allowed an RBI single to Jose Lobaton in the fifth inning after Michael Taylor led off the fifth inning with a single, stole second and advanced to third on Travis d'Arnaud's throwing error.

Mets RHP Chasen Bradford said he respects the message A's catcher Bruce Maxwell sent when he took a knee for the national anthem, even if he doesn't respect the way he did it.

Maxwell, a rookie who hails from a military family, kneeled and held his hat against his chest on Saturday while teammate Mark Canha rested his hand on Maxwell's shoulder in support. Maxwell became the first MLB player to do so.

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The Amazin' Life presented by Coca-Cola: Keith, Ron, and a Baby

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In the latest episode of The Amazin' Life presented by Coca-Cola, Ron Darling needs a babysitter and gets stuck with Keith Hernandez.

Harvey opens up about struggles, not letting frustration take over

Sep 24 | 9:25AM

After pitching four innings on Saturday, Matt Harvey reflects on his 2017 season as a whole and what it's done to his confidence.

Mets RHP Matt Harvey showed signs of progress despite allowing three runs in the first bullpen appearance of his career on Saturday.

With Noah Syndergaard throwing just one inning, Harvey came out after him in their "shared" start. Harvey let up two homers in his four-inning outing, yet he did like what he felt on the mound.

Michelle Ioannou, MetsBlog | Twitter |: Mets fans are frustrated that the Dark Knight has not risen yet, and Matt Harvey is clearly frustrated with himself as well. There may not be many positives to say about Harvey when he's on the mound, but the open way he addresses the media after the game has been a positive.

By Michael Avallone | Sep 23 | 10:55PM

Things you should know about tonight's game...

1) Noah Syndergaard needed five pitches to complete his lone inning of work in his first Major League appearance since partially tearing his right lat muscle on April 30. The right-hander retired Trea Turner on a flyout and allowed a single to Jayson Werth before inducing an inning-ending double play from Daniel Murphy.

2) Jacob Rhame allowed a go-ahead solo homer to Daniel Murphy in the 10th inning, his ninth home run and 35th RBI in 37 career games against the Mets since joining the Nationals after the 2015 season.

Michael Conforto says he'll resume baseball activities in six months

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Mets outfielder Michael Conforto (shoulder) spoke to reporters Saturday afternoon and said he'll likely return to baseball activities in about six months.

"The general outline is six months, that's what both doctors said," Conforto said of the timetable to return. "It's not a set deadline, I guess. When I see the doctor again in a couple of weeks, we'll see where I'm at , see where my range of motion is, see where the strength is and kind of go from there."

Conforto, who dislocated his shoulder and tore the posterior capsule during a swing on Aug. 24 against the Diamondbacks, underwent surgery in Los Angeles two weeks ago to correct the issues.

First Data's Veteran of the Game: SC Scott Spencer

Sep 23 | 11:15AM

United States Navy SC Scott Spencer is Friday's Veteran of the Game at Citi Field.

First Data and the Mets saluted Friday's Veteran of the Game, SC Scott Spencer of the United States Navy, at Citi Field.

Click here to see all of the veterans the Mets honor throughout the season.

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Mets news, standings, links and schedule for Saturday, Sept. 23

Sep 23 | 9:00AM

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Mets GM Sandy Alderson speaks to the media on the pitching staff and Noah Syndergaard's return to the mound this weekend.

The Mets (66-87) have lost eight of their last 11 games after beating the Nationals on Friday, 7-6, at Citi Field.

What's Next

The Mets play the second game of a three-game series with the Nationals. Noah Syndergaard will get the start for the first time since April 30, and will face RHP Stephen Strasburg at 7:10 p.m. ET. Syndergaard will only throw one inning.

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D'Arnaud's two homers help Mets rally past Nats, 7-6

Travis d'Arnaud homered twice and drove in four runs as the Mets rallied from a five-run deficit to defeat the Nationals, 7-6, to snap a three-game losing streak on Friday night at Citi Field.

By Michael Avallone | Sep 22 | 10:15PM

Things you should know about tonight's game...

1) Travis d'Arnaud homered twice and drove in four runs and Nori Aoki went 3-for-4 with two RBIs, including the go-ahead double in the fifth inning as the Mets rallied from a 6-1 deficit. Asdrubal Cabrera keyed New York's five-run fifth with a two-run single and finished 2-for-2 with two walks.

2) After allowing four runs during his first blown save as a Met on Tuesday, AJ Ramos allowed a walk and a single in the ninth before he was replaced by Josh Smoker with runners at the corners and one out. Aoki's diving catch in right was the only out he recorded.

Noah Syndergaard to start Saturday, pitch one inning

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Sep 19, 2015; New York City, NY, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Carlos Beltran (36) rounds the bases in front of New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (34) after hitting a three-run home run during the first inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports (Brad Penner)

Mets RHP Noah Syndergaard will return from the disabled list to start Saturday's game against the Nationals at Citi Field, and will pitch one inning, GM Sandy Alderson said on Friday.

Alderson added that Syndergaard will be limited to one inning even if he doesn't throw a lot of pitches, withMatt Harvey replacing him in the second inning.

"This rehab process is both physical and mental," Alderson said. "Based on Noah's feedback, he feels good physically. We just want to get him back on a mound, if for only a moment ... so he's back out there, re-familiarized with the circumstances."

Alderson says Collins' situation will be resolved after season

By Matthew Cerrone | Sep 22 | 4:00PM

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New York Mets manager Terry Collins jokes with players during batting practice before facing the Colorado Rockies in the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2017, Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) (David Zalubowski/AP)

Mets manager Terry Collins' future with the club will be determined after the season, GM Sandy Alderson said on Friday.

Speaking after Alderson, Collins -- whose three-year contract expires at the end of the season -- said the focus for the remainder of the season will be on the team, not his status.

Phillip Evans is hitting, getting noticed

Sep 22 | 3:00PM

Mets rookie infielder Phillip Evans has at least one hit in six of 11 games since being added to the roster on Sept. 8.

In just 21 at-bats, he is batting .333, while playing second and third base.

Evans, 24, had been hitting .279 with 26 doubles, three triples, 11 home runs and 56 RBI in 127 games during what was his first season in Triple-A.

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Amed Rosario back in lineup after dealing with stomach ailment

Sep 22 | 3:10PM

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Mets SS Amed Rosario is back in the lineup on Friday night after being out since Monday due to a stomach ailment.

Rosario, who was treated for gastroenteritis Monday night at University of Miami hospital before returning to the team hotel, stayed at the hotel Tuesday night during the Mets' game against the Marlins and will traveled with the team to New York on Wednesday.

The 22-year-old Rosario was "violently sick" on Monday and had more than just the flu, Mets manager Terry Collins told reporters on Tuesday...

Fall Fridays with Citi: Family Memories with Mr. Met

This September, Citi and MetsBlog are bringing you our favorite perks surrounding fall at Citi Field. We love baseball in the fall, and here's our fourth reason why:

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Unlike the summer, in fall, Citi Field isn't just another fun activity to add to your already jam-packed calendar of vacation plans, trips and events. Instead, it becomes a stand-alone treat for families - a break from that fall, back to school (and work) routine that holds its own as a special family outing.

For kids, a day at the ballpark is a fun occasion where they get to be right in the middle of all the action - watching the game, participating in special activities, eating great food and picking up fun Mets swag.

Plus, over the weekend, there are more activities for kids at Citi Field than simply watching the game. After every Sunday home game, your family can get priority access to run the bases during the post-game Mr. Met dash if you use a Citi credit or debit card. During the dash, kids can run the bases just like their favorite players - they'll definitely have something to brag about at school on Monday!

So take a much-needed break from your chaotic weekly routine and crazy fall schedule. Head to Citi Field to make family memories that will last a lifetime.